I know that some of you ladies notice that there are days when you just feel tired and worn out. Days when you just feel lazy and sloppy, I have felt the same way on several occasions.

I have been using the Mac Strobe Cream since February of this year and I really love using it on days when my face feels dry, dull, and gloomy. It gives me that instant glow and simply makes my skin look healthier.


 

I prefer mixing the Mac Strobe Cream with a liquid foundation that has light to medium coverage. I also sometimes use this as base or moisturizer then lightly set it with my Milani Multitasker Powder.


On the photo above, I used my Maybelline Mineral Power liquid foundation on the left side. Then I used the mixture of Mac Strobe Cream and Maybelline Mineral Power liquid foundation on the right side. You will notice that the strobe cream really gave the foundation a nice glowing finish.

Overall, I really like this illuminating moisturizer. I must say it's worth the hype, that is if you know how to use it. I would definitely recommend this to ladies that wants to have a dewy and glowing finish to their skin.

Have you ladies tried using the Mac Strobe Cream? or do you know a similar product that gives the same result? Please do share ^_^

Until next time.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

Mother's Day is coming and what better way to celebrate it, than to spend the day with your Mom. $25 is about Php1,000 pesos here in Philippines. And there's so much that I can do with that for my mom.

The first thing that popped in my mind is, take my mom to a spa for a day of relaxation. My mom is over 50 years old and she still works as a financial consultant. Apart from her regular job, she does the house chores like cooking, washing dishes, etc. I know for a fact that she works everyday, she's tired and she rarely gets to relax and pamper herself.

I just want my mom to have her "ME" time on mother's day. And "a day at a SPA" would be just wonderful for her. She will have the time to be stress-free, relaxed, be calm and not think of anything else.

I am thinking of treating her to a full body massage, facial services, and get her nails done.  There's a spa that I really like, which offers great services at an affordable price.  An hour of full body massage only costs Php250 pesos. After, the massage will be facial services that only costs Php300 pesos and lastly, treat her with manicure and pedicure services which only costs Php170 pesos. All that for less than $25 bucks!


And since I am a freelance makeup artist, I'm gonna make her look radiant and beautiful like she always is. Just in time for her to get ready for a dinner date with Dad. ^_^

I haven't posted an NOTD in while and just thought that this yellow shade would be fun to use today.  It is well suited for summer.


For the pink polka dots, I used Revlon Nail Enamel in Demure. Then, finished it with the Sally Hansen Maximum Growth Quick Dry Top Coat.


Until next time.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

Here's a new pink lipstick I am currently loving. The Mary Kay Creme Lipstick in Pink Melon. I got this during the Mary Kay Press Event last March and I just fell in love with the shade.


Mary Kay Creme Lipsticks have a nice formulation and I'm sure those who aren't fans of matte lippies will love this. It glides on easily to a smooth finish and it's super pigmented. In addition to that, I also like that it has a pleasant scent, an almost unnoticeable caramel-like smell.


I also love the sleek and sturdy packaging. It's not like the drugstore lipstick tubes made out of cheap plastic. The lipstick product itself doesn't wobble inside the tube, so I'm very pleased with that. I hate it when lipsticks starts to bend on the sides of the tube then ends up looking like a mess.

April is almost over and I am sure that this coming month of May, many of you will surely be attending beach or pool parties. Here is a simple but fun look for you ladies, I hope it helps. ^_^

Hey ladies, especially to my fellow Cebuanas.  I know that a lot of you have been asking me where you could possibly learn to put on makeup here in Cebu. Here's the answer you've been waiting for.

Noe is a fellow beauty blogger and Youtube beauty guru from Cebu. She's also a makeup artist and have a lot of experience working with different faces.  So, I am sure you are in good hands.

Repost from Noe's Blog:
The great thing about these classes are that they're catered to ladies who want to know how to apply makeup flawlessly and who are budget conscious. I don't blame people who do want to get value for their money given our current economic state. She devised 2 different classes; first is the Personal Basic Makeup Class and second, the "Get That Look" Makeup Class.

The Personal Basic Makeup Class will teach the student/s how to apply personal makeup from foundation to lipstick. She will also be diving into technicalities such as different brush uses, how to pick the right foundation and powder, how to shape and fill-in brows, and proper concealing and contouring. The class is more intensive which will run for a good 3 hours.

The "Get That Look" Makeup class is inspired by email requests she got from viewers who want to have a "live" makeup tutorial from her. This is a great class for those who have a little background with makeup and who want to perfect a certain look. The student/s will submit a photo of a look they wish to perfect and the whole class will be centered on how to achieve the look from foundation to lips. The class will run for 2 hours.

All the students of each classes will be asked to bring their own Brush Set and Foundation. Everything else will be provided by Noe and the Studio. There's a limit of 4 persons and a minimum of 2 per class. Upon special requests, one-on-one classes can be arranged. The class is exclusively held at Dolled Up Makeup Studio and Supply.

Here's the MAP going to the Makeup Studio.


You can check out Noe's Youtube Channel HERE and her blog HERE.

Until next time.

Cheerios!
***Hollie***

This is the first product I ever purchased from Snoe Beauty. And I just have to say I'm amazed!

I know some of my readers have been curious what Mac Blush in Harmony looks like. So, I'm sharing with you the photos and swatch of the product.